Ken Block is an American professional rally driver who has built a successful career in motorsports. He is the co-founder and currently (as of 2021), is a ‘brand ambassador’ of DC Shoes, a brand primarily focused on action sports such as skateboarding and snowboarding. Over the years, Block has shared many insights and motivational lines that reflect both his career and personal philosophy, resonating with fans worldwide. Here are 20 of Ken Block’s most popular quotes:
Quotes by Ken Block
- “I knew I had a passion for cars and auto racing at a very young age.”
- “In motorsport we work in millimetres and milliseconds.”
- “My playground is full of high-speed vehicles.”
- “When you put that helmet on, it doesn’t matter if you are woman or man; your mission is the same.”
- “I consider myself a fun haver; a fun haver’s mission is simple: Never kill the fun.”
- “It’s a lot more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow.”
- “You’re only as good as your last race.”
- “No one ever achieved greatness by playing it safe.”
- “In racing, it doesn’t matter where you start. It’s where you finish that counts.”
- “My office is out in the world.”
- “Every race is like a chess game.”
- “To me, life is all about pushing boundaries.”
- “There’s no reason why a good driver in a Ford can’t beat a Ferrari.”
- “I didn’t come from a technical background. I had to learn everything from scratch.”
- “Racers don’t need to plan. They just need to drive.”
- “The fear of failure is the main thing that stops people from taking risks.”
- “I’m a racer, not a mechanic. If I wanted to spend all my time working on cars, I’d open a garage.”
- “Racing is about discipline and intelligence not about who has the heavier foot.”
- “Speed is what excites me.”
- “It always seems impossible until it’s done.”
Ken Block has become a household name in the motorsport industry with his daring stunts, formidable driving skills, and of course, his unparalleled love for cars. Through his crisp one-liners, he inspires not only aspiring racers but also anyone who has a dream and the grit to pursue it.